(Juniperus mexicana or Juniperus ashei) Blends well with men's fragrances, soaps and potpourri. Some use this oil to liven up the cedar in closets for insect/rodent deterrent.
Blends well with men's fragrances (such as patchouli, pine and vetiver), soaps and potpourri. Some use this oil to liven up the cedar in closets for bug repellent.
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Since Cedarwood Texas does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is: 2-3% for daily application Up to 25% for short-term use
Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler
Internal: Texas Cedarwood is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French aromatherapy" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application. Click here for information about internal usage.
Is your Cedarwood Thick? The viscosity (consistency) of some oils are just naturally thicker while some are thinner. For example, citrus oils are very thin, but root oils are thicker. From a chemistry perspective, the lighter/smaller molecules (such as those that make up citrus oils) are thinner, and heavier/larger molecules (such as those that make up root oils) are thicker.
If using the oil frequently, you may want to use a rubber bulb/glass pipette that screws onto the bottle.Be aware that you need to be careful not to let the essential oil get on the rubber, so make sure to wipe the rim of the bottle clean before recapping, and do not let the bottle tip over. Overtime, the rubber will degrade, so you must be careful to observe this and replace the pipette when necessary.
